Southwest Austin is prized for its rolling hills, lush greenbelts, and access to the Texas Hill Country, offering residents a tranquil, family-friendly environment without sacrificing city convenience. This area includes a mix of established neighborhoods, master-planned communities, and custom homes on larger lots, appealing to buyers seeking both space and lifestyle.
Home prices generally range from $600K to $1.5M+, reflecting the diversity of options from cozy ranch-style homes to luxury builds. The area is served by highly rated schools across Austin ISD and Dripping Springs ISD, depending on the exact neighborhood, with schools like Bedichek Middle School and Dripping Springs High School known for strong academics.
Residents enjoy easy access to outdoor destinations such as the Barton Creek Greenbelt, Violet Crown Trail, and several parks. The area also boasts a growing selection of local shops, restaurants, and community centers. With major roadways like MoPac and Highway 290 nearby, commuting downtown typically takes 15–25 minutes, making Southwest Austin a sought-after choice for those wanting a peaceful, nature-rich lifestyle close to the city.
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6,589 people live in Southwest Austin, where the median age is 37 and the average individual income is $57,229. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Southwest Austin, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Game Flash Events, VEGG Catering, and Jazzercise.
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| Shopping | 4.36 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.31 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.54 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.97 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.88 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.92 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.59 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.97 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.59 miles | 13 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.28 miles | 29 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.93 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.88 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Southwest Austin has 3,085 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Southwest Austin do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 6,589 people call Southwest Austin home. The population density is 7,242.574 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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